2020 Hyundai Tucson brakes problems

Related recalls

• Recall 20V543000Sep 4, 2020652,024 vehiclesPark outside
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

  Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) recalled certain 2019-2021 Tucson vehicles on September 4, 2020. On December 30, 2020, Hyundai expanded the recall population, and added certain 2016-2018 Tucson vehicles. The Anti-lock Brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) could corrode internally and cause an electrical short, possibly resulting in an engine compartment fire.

  Risk: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury or crash.

  Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HECU fuse. For 2019-2021 model years, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software will also be updated. Recall repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. The recall began November 2, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 195.

What owners say

1. Filed May 18, 2026FLBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechSteering

   In August/September 2025 my mother's Tucson would randomly shut down on her (completely stall while driving) and she would not be able to turn it back on. If she waited a little while, then she would be able to turn the car back on but it was unknown when the issue would happen again. We took it to the dealer several times after each shutdown and the dealer stated it was not throwing a code and they could not diagnose the problem. The last time we took it to the dealer, the…

   NHTSA complaint #11738618 · source
2. Filed Feb 10, 2026NJBrakesEngineSteering

   Component: Engine / Electrical System / Fuel System Incident Date: February 9th, 2026 Vehicle Speed: 45-50 MPH Description: While traveling at highway speeds on a major roadway, the vehicle experienced a catastrophic and sudden engine stall without any prior warning or dashboard indicators. The engine shut off completely while in motion, resulting in an immediate and total loss of power steering and power-assisted braking. I was forced to perform a high-effort emergency…

   NHTSA complaint #11716919 · source
3. Filed Jan 13, 2026INBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   I have experienced 4 repeated issues within 4 months with my vehicle. Starting in September 2025 and the 4th and current issue today 1/12/26. Driving when all of a sudden all of my brake components lamps come on dash oard, forward collision alert, and check engine, my vehicle struggles to accelerate accurately. Blue Link diagnostic throws various codes such as ECM, Transmission Control System, even "multiple possible issues". Each time my vehicle has been at Hyundai…

   NHTSA complaint #11710567 · source
4. Filed Nov 13, 2025102,000 miCABrakesElectrical SystemSeats & Seat Belts

   The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the Brake Auto Hold was engaged unintendedly and failed to disengage upon pressing the button, which required the contact to turn off, restart, and drive the vehicle for some time for the Brake Auto Hold to disengage. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring. The contact stated that the infotainment system was inoperable. Additionally, the passenger's side rear seat belt…

   NHTSA complaint #11699240 · source
5. Filed Apr 11, 2025NMBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech

   At times, this vehicle will refuse to go. You will get an alert in the dash that the emergency braking system has engaged. It may be a door is not completely shut, or sometimes it's just that I don't have my seat belt on. It seems to be inconsistent, because I often times put my seat belt on after I finish backing out, and am ready to go forward. If there is any kind of incident that requires a fast escape, this "feature" could cost somebody their life, or cause them to deal…

   NHTSA complaint #11654177 · source
6. Filed Mar 7, 202530,000 miFLBrakesElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise Control

   The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled and failed to accelerate while the accelerator pedal was depressed. No warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the A/C was blowing warm air. The contact lives in a hot climate and was concerned for the safety of her 2 minor children. The contact stated that on three separate occasions, three A/C compressors were used to attempt to repair…

   NHTSA complaint #11646970 · source
7. Filed Nov 7, 2024AZBrakes

   Our daughter was notified by another driver at a stoplight that her brake lights were not working. The car's brake sensors indicated the brake lights were not working, while driving the light went off and the lights worked again momentarily. The Hyundai dealership refused to address the problem when it was taken in for maintenance because the light did not appear for them they said it wasn't possible to a fix it. After an online search, there are instructions on what to do…

   NHTSA complaint #11624096 · source
8. Filed Jun 16, 2024COBrakes

   Electrical rear brake system. My rear driver side brake like sometimes fails to operate properly. Brake warning light on dash comes on. This happens on and off. After researching the issue I found numerous owners are having the same issue. Some replace the bulb multiple times while others have had dealerships replace the harness. Both solutions only temporarily fixed the problem for a short time

   NHTSA complaint #11594697 · source
9. Filed Apr 21, 202331,000 miSCBrakes

   The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact smelled an abnormal odor and heard an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. Additionally, while driving at an undisclosed, the vehicle jerked forward. Several unknown warning lights were intermittently illuminated. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V543000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics). The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an…

   NHTSA complaint #11518326 · source
10. Filed Feb 20, 2023MTBrakesSuspension

    from time to time, when stepping on the brakes the whole front end shakes . when this happended i took the 2020 tucson back to the dealer to be checked out. I was told there was nothing wrong with it. and i was just not use to abs. I"m not stupid. i've had many , many cars and suv'''s, trucks with abs. this made me mad. and guess what, it still locks up. i

    NHTSA complaint #11508189 · source
11. Filed Apr 30, 2022MNBrakesElectrical SystemLighting

    While driving one evening, it was brought to my attention that my passenger brake light was remaining on, when I was not braking. A week later, both sides are on. This happens only if my headlights are on - automatically or if I manually turn my headlights on. The back center light will only come on when I high the brake pedals. Again, back brake lights on driver and passenger side remain on regardless of brake pedal is engaged.

    NHTSA complaint #11462878 · source
12. Filed Mar 9, 2022NYBrakes

    Copy sent to [XXX] Head Office Begin forwarded message: From: [XXX] Date: March 9, 2022 at 6:04:59 PM EST To: [XXX] Subject: My brake pedal dropped to the floor On 2/12/2022 I was driving my 2020 Hyundai Tucson I turned right and applied the brakes to stop the pedal dropped to the floor and didn’t slow down or stop I tried to pump the brakes but the pedal was flat on the floor no pressure I put the vehicle I to park to stop The vehicle stopped immediately and I bounced…

    NHTSA complaint #11455934 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology